Manchester Mind is the city’s local branch of the national Mind charity, focused entirely on mental health support for people in Manchester. They’ve been working here since 1989 and they deliver services directly — this isn’t just a fundraising office.
Their services include one-to-one counselling, peer support groups, wellbeing workshops, and a range of programmes targeting specific needs like anxiety management, recovery from crisis, and building confidence. They also run employment support for people whose mental health has affected their ability to work, and housing advice for those in unstable situations.
Manchester Mind operates a helpline and self-referral system, so you don’t need a GP referral to access most services. Some are free, some are offered on a sliding scale. They also provide training for workplaces and organisations on mental health awareness.
Their main office is on Zion Community Resource Centre, 339 Stretford Road, Hulme, M15 4ZY, though services run from various locations across Manchester. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health in Manchester, this is a good place to start. Check manchestermind.org for current services and how to self-refer. They also need volunteers and fundraisers to keep going.